52 14 025 Removing and installing/replacing seat mechanism on left or right front seat (normal/electric)

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Special tools required:

NOTE: For special tools, refer to SEATS - SPECIAL TOOLS - 645CI (E63) .

61 2 071
61 2 074

Carry out following tasks beforehand:

Remove seat pan and flexmat on front seat, refer to 52 13 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SEAT PAN AND FLEXMAT (NORMAL/MANUAL), LEFT OR RIGHT .
Remove backrest frame on front seat.
Remove seat belt tensioner.

Release screw (1) and cable holder (3).

Remove retaining bracket (2) with seat wiring harness from seat mechanism (4).

Fig 1: Removing Retaining Bracket With Seat Wiring Harness From Seat Mechanism

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Attach cable 61 2 074 to cable 61 2 071 and connect plug connection (1) to front seat.

Connect cable 61 2 071 to battery.

Check function.

Fig 2: Attaching Cable 61 2 074 To Cable 61 2 071 And Connecting Plug Connection To Front Seat

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